Topher and I got to church right on time today. Since Topher was born, we rarely make it on time because we are always scrambling to get out of the door. It didn't matter if we wake up at 6am or 8am to leave by 9am, somehow we still ended up late at church. I was so excited that we would be able to worshop right when it starts (at 9:30am) until the first person we ran into told me that it's only 8:30am. Sigh... at least we are early this time.
Ever since Tomio is away, spiders in the house have been "saved". I have made a list of where the spiders are/were so that Tomio can take care of them when he comes back. It has become a daily routine for me to check those specific locations and make sure that the spiders are still there. To my disappointment, one spider has moved and disappeared from one of the locations :( I can't wait for Tomio to come back in 3 days.
Sunday, October 29, 2006
Sunday, October 15, 2006
Crazy Month
Tomio is on an away rotation in the bay area this month. I think this is the longest period of time that we are apart from each other since we got married! Life is more chaotic without Tomio around. But Topher and I have survived the first 2 weeks, 2 more weeks to go!
Topher started to say "da da" last week. I'm not sure what/who his "da da" sounds are referring to since Tomio was not around. Since then, I have been trying to teach him "ma ma". The most I got out of him was "mmmmm" when he is grumpy.
There are things that I never thought I would do before we had Topher. So when we received this USEFUL "gadget" as a baby gift, I was not sure if and when I would ever use it. The idea of sucking on someone's nose just seems very strange and yucky.
But when Topher got sick and was extremely congested and uncomfortable, this snut sucker became the best thing that made Topher happy. I won't go into detail of how it works, it's pretty self-explanatory...
Here are some recent photos of Topher. He can do lots of things now!
Growing out of his carseat.
Making a mess with peas puree.
Sour apple puree!
Sitting up and eating his book.
Eating banana.
Topher and I plan to visit the bay area next weekend. Anyone available to play?
Topher started to say "da da" last week. I'm not sure what/who his "da da" sounds are referring to since Tomio was not around. Since then, I have been trying to teach him "ma ma". The most I got out of him was "mmmmm" when he is grumpy.
There are things that I never thought I would do before we had Topher. So when we received this USEFUL "gadget" as a baby gift, I was not sure if and when I would ever use it. The idea of sucking on someone's nose just seems very strange and yucky.
But when Topher got sick and was extremely congested and uncomfortable, this snut sucker became the best thing that made Topher happy. I won't go into detail of how it works, it's pretty self-explanatory...Here are some recent photos of Topher. He can do lots of things now!
Growing out of his carseat.
Making a mess with peas puree.
Sour apple puree!
Sitting up and eating his book.
Eating banana.
Topher and I plan to visit the bay area next weekend. Anyone available to play?
Monday, September 04, 2006
First week
This past week has been a week of adjustments. Tomio started his ICU rotation, I went back to teaching part-time (mornings only), and Topher started his part-time daycare. Tomio is on a crazy busy schedule. In order to get Topher and everything ready in the morning, I have to wake up around 5:30am. It's weird to be up before sunrise, especially when Topher and I have been sleeping in all summer.
Last Monday and Tuesday were the most difficult days. I was almost in tears leaving Topher at the daycare. I thought he would be in tears too, but he was actually quite amused with the new surroundings that he didn't even know that I had left. It's good that he is enjoying daycare. But I was a bit sad that he didn't even notice my absence. Mixed feelings.
On a happier note, Tomio's parents came to visit this weekend. We celebrated Topher's 6 month birthday!
Last Monday and Tuesday were the most difficult days. I was almost in tears leaving Topher at the daycare. I thought he would be in tears too, but he was actually quite amused with the new surroundings that he didn't even know that I had left. It's good that he is enjoying daycare. But I was a bit sad that he didn't even notice my absence. Mixed feelings.
On a happier note, Tomio's parents came to visit this weekend. We celebrated Topher's 6 month birthday!
Sunday, August 27, 2006
10 Simple Pleasures
Tagged by Joy.
10) Worship music. I love listening and singing worship music.
9) Spend time with Topher. I like learning new things about Topher. His smile is priceless.
8) Yummy dessert. Eating is a pleasure. I enjoy all kinds of sweets - tiramisu, creme brulee, fresh fruit tarts, shaved ice, taro soup with tapioca, custard pie...etc. The list goes on.
7) Free time. Not having to rush somewhere or meet deadlines, and just have time to do nothing and everything.
6) Take a leisurely stroll after dinner.
5) Journal. Being able to reflect, process and write down my thoughts.
4) Travel. I like finding out new things about new places.
3) Sleep in. Being able to sleep in is a pleasure, especially after Topher's arrival.
2) Catch up with friends. Over the phone or in person, it's always nice to catch up with friends.
1) Eat hot pot in the winter or in an air conditioned room on a hot day.
10) Worship music. I love listening and singing worship music.
9) Spend time with Topher. I like learning new things about Topher. His smile is priceless.
8) Yummy dessert. Eating is a pleasure. I enjoy all kinds of sweets - tiramisu, creme brulee, fresh fruit tarts, shaved ice, taro soup with tapioca, custard pie...etc. The list goes on.
7) Free time. Not having to rush somewhere or meet deadlines, and just have time to do nothing and everything.
6) Take a leisurely stroll after dinner.
5) Journal. Being able to reflect, process and write down my thoughts.
4) Travel. I like finding out new things about new places.
3) Sleep in. Being able to sleep in is a pleasure, especially after Topher's arrival.
2) Catch up with friends. Over the phone or in person, it's always nice to catch up with friends.
1) Eat hot pot in the winter or in an air conditioned room on a hot day.
Thursday, July 13, 2006
New tricks
Topher is almost 5 months now. He is slowly discovering different functions of his body parts. He can...
grab toys with his monkey feet,
grab things with his hands, including daddy's glasses,
roll over from back to tummy,
sit in his Bumbo seat,
stare at cousin Jocelyn,
and weight train in the play gym.
grab toys with his monkey feet,
grab things with his hands, including daddy's glasses,
roll over from back to tummy,
sit in his Bumbo seat,
stare at cousin Jocelyn,
and weight train in the play gym.
Thursday, June 15, 2006
Tagged
Tagged by Jen (I know, it's been awhile...)
1. Four jobs:
a. Tutor
b. QA Engineer at Helio Med
c. Business planner at Nvidia
d. High School teacher
2. Four Things I Wish I Had Done Earlier In My Life:
a. Short term missions
b. Become a dietician/nutritionist
c. Travel
d. Lasik
3. Four Places I Have Lived:
a. Taipei, Taiwan
b. Los Angeles, California
c. Portland, Oregon
d. Cupertino, California
4. Four Countries I Have Been to:
a. Japan
b. China
c. Italy
d. Greece
5. Four Countries I Would Like to Visit:
a. Australia
b. Italy
c. France
d. Tahiti
6. Four of My Favorite Dishes:
a. Most of Taiwanese night market foods
b. Creme brulee
c. Seafood tomato based pasta without cheese
d. Dim sum
7. Four Sites I Visit Daily:
a. Yahoo email
b. Work email
c. Blogs
d. Can't think of anything else...
8. Four Software Application I Cannot Live Without:
a. Word
b. Excel
c. Explorer
d. Powerpoint
9. Four Things I'll Never Forget:
a. Tomio's proposal
b. Labor
c. Honeymoon on the mediterranean cruise
d. College memories
10. I Tag:
Who hasn't been tagged??
1. Four jobs:
a. Tutor
b. QA Engineer at Helio Med
c. Business planner at Nvidia
d. High School teacher
2. Four Things I Wish I Had Done Earlier In My Life:
a. Short term missions
b. Become a dietician/nutritionist
c. Travel
d. Lasik
3. Four Places I Have Lived:
a. Taipei, Taiwan
b. Los Angeles, California
c. Portland, Oregon
d. Cupertino, California
4. Four Countries I Have Been to:
a. Japan
b. China
c. Italy
d. Greece
5. Four Countries I Would Like to Visit:
a. Australia
b. Italy
c. France
d. Tahiti
6. Four of My Favorite Dishes:
a. Most of Taiwanese night market foods
b. Creme brulee
c. Seafood tomato based pasta without cheese
d. Dim sum
7. Four Sites I Visit Daily:
a. Yahoo email
b. Work email
c. Blogs
d. Can't think of anything else...
8. Four Software Application I Cannot Live Without:
a. Word
b. Excel
c. Explorer
d. Powerpoint
9. Four Things I'll Never Forget:
a. Tomio's proposal
b. Labor
c. Honeymoon on the mediterranean cruise
d. College memories
10. I Tag:
Who hasn't been tagged??
Sunday, May 14, 2006
Friday, April 28, 2006
Separation anxiety?
I have only 2 more weeks of maternity leave left. I can't imagine leaving Tohper and going back to work :( I thought only kids get separation anxiety, but I think have it too. I'm having so much fun with topher, I just want to play with him all day!
Saturday, March 25, 2006
Meet Baby Christopher
After 21 hours of labor and c-section, here's baby Christopher!
New born:
One week:
Two weeks:
Three weeks:
New born:
One week:
Two weeks:
Three weeks:
Saturday, March 04, 2006
Baby Christopher is here!!!
Just wanted to post to let you all know that baby 'Topher arrived today at 3:59am...6 lbs 9 oz, 19 3/4 inches. We're so blessed to be able to share this exciting time with you - thanks for all your prayers!!!
-More posts & pictures to come...
-More posts & pictures to come...
Wednesday, February 22, 2006
My New Friend
In case you are wondering, Alice is not in labor yet. But at least I'm not home alone all by myself now. Tomio, Alice, and I have been preparing for baby's arrival together :)
This past week, I went to the vet to get my vaccines updated, and I found out that I gained 8 lbs in the last 9 months! Considering that I only weigh about 65 lbs, 8 lbs is more than 10% of my total weight. It's time to exercise.
The highlight of the week was meeting and playing with my new friend, Eric. Eva and Eric visited us in Sacramento, and we went to the park to play fetch. Here are some of my favorite photos:
This past week, I went to the vet to get my vaccines updated, and I found out that I gained 8 lbs in the last 9 months! Considering that I only weigh about 65 lbs, 8 lbs is more than 10% of my total weight. It's time to exercise.
The highlight of the week was meeting and playing with my new friend, Eric. Eva and Eric visited us in Sacramento, and we went to the park to play fetch. Here are some of my favorite photos:
Saturday, February 04, 2006
Showers of Blessing
It's been such a long time since I last blogged, I hardly remember my login and password! Or maybe I can blame my horrible memory on the pregnancy.
As we prepare for the arrival of baby Miyai, we have received an overwhelming amount of love and support from family and friends. We have had multiple baby showers in LA, the bay area, and Sacramento since December, and I am so grateful to have many family and friends to rejoice with us. Here are some photos from the bay area shower:
Monday will be my last day of teaching before I take off for maternity leave. (Yes, can you believe that baby Miyai can arrive anytime now?!) Students are finally starting to realize that I will be gone for a chunk of the semester, and I have received funny/interesting responses from them. Here are a couple:
* "You are leaving us?! Why?" (Ummm... I thought it was obvious for the last 4 months)
* "Are you pregnant?"
* "Couldn't you wait until June when we go on summer vacation?"
* "Do you have a name for the baby? Can you name him after me?"
* "Can we come to the hospital to get help on our homework? Oh, and if we do, can you give us extra credit?"
Even though I can't wait to take time off, I am definitely going to miss the students.
The other great news is that I will be able to finish my thesis this year, possibly before baby Miyai arrives, if he does not come out in the next two weeks. I have completed my data collection and parts of the analysis. I met with my advisor last night, and things are on track. I just need to sit down and write out my thesis, and present it to the committee by February 17th.
The anticipation of baby Miyai comes with much joy and excitment, but also with some fears. Okay, lots of fears. Fears of child labor pain, fears of the unexpected, fears of unpreparedness, fears of becoming a parent...etc. The list goes on. It's strange, the more I prepare, the more unprepared I feel. All these fears constantly bring me humbly back to depend on God, and I am constantly reminded of God's faithfulness and provision. After all, He is the giver of the coming Gift of Grace.
Count your blessings... Yes, we've been showered with so many blessings, I don't even know where to begin.
As we prepare for the arrival of baby Miyai, we have received an overwhelming amount of love and support from family and friends. We have had multiple baby showers in LA, the bay area, and Sacramento since December, and I am so grateful to have many family and friends to rejoice with us. Here are some photos from the bay area shower:
Monday will be my last day of teaching before I take off for maternity leave. (Yes, can you believe that baby Miyai can arrive anytime now?!) Students are finally starting to realize that I will be gone for a chunk of the semester, and I have received funny/interesting responses from them. Here are a couple:
* "You are leaving us?! Why?" (Ummm... I thought it was obvious for the last 4 months)
* "Are you pregnant?"
* "Couldn't you wait until June when we go on summer vacation?"
* "Do you have a name for the baby? Can you name him after me?"
* "Can we come to the hospital to get help on our homework? Oh, and if we do, can you give us extra credit?"
Even though I can't wait to take time off, I am definitely going to miss the students.
The other great news is that I will be able to finish my thesis this year, possibly before baby Miyai arrives, if he does not come out in the next two weeks. I have completed my data collection and parts of the analysis. I met with my advisor last night, and things are on track. I just need to sit down and write out my thesis, and present it to the committee by February 17th.
The anticipation of baby Miyai comes with much joy and excitment, but also with some fears. Okay, lots of fears. Fears of child labor pain, fears of the unexpected, fears of unpreparedness, fears of becoming a parent...etc. The list goes on. It's strange, the more I prepare, the more unprepared I feel. All these fears constantly bring me humbly back to depend on God, and I am constantly reminded of God's faithfulness and provision. After all, He is the giver of the coming Gift of Grace.
Count your blessings... Yes, we've been showered with so many blessings, I don't even know where to begin.
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